Many of us who grew up in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) are most familiar with this style of worship. It is more "liturgical" than the other services.
The clergy wear robes. The full Chancel Choir sings every Sunday. And, as everyone knows, Lindenwood is blessed with the greatest choir and most excellent music of any church in the United States ... and probably the world. Due to Gary Beard’s and Chris Nemec's incredible talents the music is more blended ... ranging from Gospel and Spirituals to Sacred Classics, and usually includes various instrumental accompaniment appropriate for the day’s music.
With the tall ceiling and stained-glass windows, the atmosphere is most holy and spiritual. Worshippers are asked to enter the Sanctuary quietly, as many like to come early and pray prior to the beginning of the service.
The magnificence of Lindenwood’s organ (The Golightly Memorial Pipe Organ) ... and our two gifted organists ... definitely enhance the classic spiritual atmosphere of this service. The 11:00 service also has a "Lay Leader" who assists with the leading of worship each week.
On, November 30th we will have a candlelight service at 5:30 p.m. Rev. Betty Dawson and Lee Cagle will play before worship with mountain dulcimers as you enjoy coffee and dessert foods. We will then have a candlelight service with acapella singing and short messages from Joe Bryan, Edgar Hawkins and Harold Goodwin on "Reflections on awaiting the birth of Christ". Following worship we will have a time of fellowship in the Grand Foyer. We hope you can join us for this beautiful way to begin the Advent and Christmas season.